University of Illinois

Food and Agribusiness Management Program

Program Description

The Food and Agribusiness Management Program is a multifaceted effort of the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, the Department of Business Administration, the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, and the College of Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and private sector firms. Students learn management skills and meet industry leaders and managers, are prepared for entry level management positions, and are sought by firms involved in the production, marketing, sales and financing of farm inputs, agricultural commodities, and food products. The program is a leader in research, education, and outreach activities, and has attracted national and international attention.